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Interested in learning more about Woolwich Works and our beautiful buildings?
Come along to a Woolwich Works tour for a taste of its incredible history.

The architectural award-winning, Grade II and II* listed heritage buildings date back over 300 years and have some amazing stories to tell.

You will be led around a variety of our historic spaces by one of our guides and hear stories from the building’s past like London’s first fireworks displays, visits from Kings and Queens, Suffragette protests and more.

The tour will also show how the building has been restored and how it’s used today.

* This tour is free, so just turn up at the Visitors Book Café in time for the start of the tour at 11am. The tour will last approximately 45 minutes.

* Suitable for all ages.

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Events

Sunday, 5th January 2025 - Sunday, 5th January 2025

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Wednesday, 29th January 2025 - Wednesday, 29th January 2025

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FREE Guided Tours of Woolwich Works

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Woolwich Works, The Fireworks Factory, No 1. Street, Royal Arsenal, London, SE18 6HD

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Opening Times

Woolwich Works Tours (16 July 2023 - 27 Aug 2023)
DayTimes
Sunday11:00 - 11:30
Woolwich Works Tours (13 Aug 2023 - 3 Mar 2024)
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Sunday11:00 - 11:45
Woolwich Works Tours (13 Aug 2024 - 1 Dec 2024)
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Sunday11:00 - 11:45

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